Our team at Innovation Forward is driven by a core purpose: empowering local nonprofits in El Paso through impactful storytelling. As our Part-Time Remote Grant Writer, you won't just be crafting proposals; you'll be fueling vital community initiatives. This role is about connecting with the heart of El Paso, understanding the unique needs of its residents, and translating that understanding into persuasive grant applications that unlock crucial funding.
What You'll Achieve as Our Grant Cultivator
- Proposal Artisan: Design and develop compelling grant proposals, weaving in narratives and data that reflect our organization's impact in the El Paso community. This means conducting thorough research, collaborating with program teams, and ensuring each submission is tailored to resonate with the funder's mission.
- Funder Whisperer: Proactively identify and evaluate grant opportunities aligned with our strategic objectives. You'll keep a finger on the pulse of funding trends in the non-profit world and cultivate relationships with potential funding sources to build long-term partnerships.
- Data Storyteller: Collect and analyze program data to demonstrate impact and craft clear, concise reports. By tracking key metrics and distilling complex information, you'll showcase our achievements to stakeholders and highlight the value we bring to the El Paso community.
- Team Weaver: Work closely with program managers, finance staff, and the leadership team to gather information and contribute to the development of strong grant strategies. Your collaboration will be vital in ensuring our proposals reflect a cohesive vision and integrated approach to problem-solving.
Impact-Driven Attributes We Value
- Proven track record of securing grant funding for non-profit organizations, highlighting your capability to identify opportunities and craft compelling proposals. Non-profit exposure is essential; a background that emphasizes securing funds that provide social benefits will speak volumes.
- Exceptional writing, research, and communication capabilities, demonstrated through a portfolio of successful grant proposals and reports. The key to crafting impactful grant proposals that will win awards from grantor agencies requires stellar articulation skills, with special regard for proposal narrative and creative development.
- Mastery of grant writing techniques, including proposal structure, budget development, and reporting requirements. You should have extensive knowledge in all stages of the grant writing process.
- Familiarity with grant databases and research tools (e.g., Foundation Directory Online, Grants.gov). You are efficient, innovative, and utilize the top grant searching platforms to connect the appropriate opportunities to Innovation Forward.
- Passion for social impact and dedication to the mission of Innovation Forward.
The Innovation Forward Commitment
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience. We ensure salaries are both competitive and considerate of the time and talent expended by our dedicated employees.
- Flexible remote work environment, providing autonomy and work-life balance. Working from anywhere ensures our talent has the opportunity to fulfill all their life goals, while simultaneously helping our El Paso community.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive team. We strive to improve ourselves, our team members, and our local community through mentorship and knowledge.
- The chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of El Paso residents.
Innovation Forward is dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Join us in our mission to empower El Paso nonprofits through the power of storytelling. We strongly urge any local applicants with a history of improving life in our border community to apply!